Recipe updated 27 March 2022
Do you still remember when the lockdown happened a few years ago, and you needed to keep yourself cool? Good thing Dalgona coffee has become the next sensation on the internet.
Disclaimer: This post contains links to an affiliate website or links to an Amazon shop. As an affiliate member, I will earn from qualifying purchases made by you at no additional cost ever. I appreciate the purchase you made. Read my disclosure.
Learn how to make dalgona coffee with just a few steps sure thing it will keep you cool and chill. No fancy equipment needed and the best thing about this drink you can always make your own vegan version of it.
WHY YOU NEED THIS DRINK
It’s great for a morning wake me up drink.
This dalgona coffee can be enjoyed as an afternoon drink and refreshment too.
A great lactose-free drink for everyone.
ORIGIN OF RECIPE
Originating from South Korea, this Dalgona coffee is something new to me. I saw some friends do the Dalgona coffee so maybe I should try one. Although I’m not really a coffee drinker I cannot say no to trying this easy and fancy whip drink.
Maybe you have seen this too on Tiktok and it really became viral that it’s called TikTok coffee instead of dalgona coffee.
WHAT YOU NEED
- medium-size bowl
- whisk or hand mixer
TROUBLESHOOTING THE RECIPE
Before actually perfecting Dalgona coffee I made several trials because my mixture was not successful. It wasn’t whipping at all or not reaching that whipping peak. What worked for me is that instead of using a porcelain bowl I use a plastic bowl.
Also, make sure to use a medium-size mixing bowl having some air to be incorporated during the whipping can help speed up the process.
It only took me 4-5 minutes to achieve my desired texture when I used a small plastic bowl as compared to the ceramic.
SUBSTITUTIONS
I tried both oat milk and almond in making my dalgona coffee and since we use sugar it is better to use unsweetened milk.
You can use hot and cold milk and some ice cubes too if you prefer.
DALGONA COFFEE

INGREDIENTS
- 2 tablespoons granulated coffee or coffee powder
- 2 tablespoons granulated brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons hot water
- Dairy-free milk
- Pinch of Cinnamon (optional)
INSTRUCTIONS
Add all ingredients into your mixing bowl and whisk. First coffee, sugar, and hot water.
Slightly tilt your mixing bowl and start whisking until the coffee and sugar are dissolved in the water and started to build a foam.
Once your desired foam is achieved you can start pouring milk into your glass and scoop the whipped coffee on top of it.
Serve and enjoy.
RECIPE NOTES
Aside from manually mixing you can use your electric hand mixer, just attach the whisk.
I use both brown and white sugar in this recipe.
Both granulated and powdered coffee will work too.
The whip coffee is good for 2 servings.
NUTRITIONAL DETAILS
This dalgona coffee has approximately 149 calories per serving. Total Fat 0g | Saturated Fat 0g | Cholesterol 3mg | Sodium 132mg | Total Carbohydrate 29.7g | Dietary Fiber 0g | Total Sugars 29.5g | Protein 9.1g | Vitamin D 1mcg | Calcium 316mg | Iron 0mg | Potassium 24mg
Nutrition calculation is based on using an online calculator (verywellfit) and for reference use only.
RELATED RECIPES

Dairy-free Dalgona Coffee
Equipment
- medium size bowl
- whisk
Ingredients Needed
- 2 tablespoons granulated coffee or coffee powder
- 2 tablespoons granulated brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons hot water
- 1 cup Dairy-free milk
- Pinch of Cinnamon optional
Instructions
- Add all ingredients into your mixing bowl and whisk. First coffee, sugar, and hot water.
- Slightly tilt your mixing bowl and start whisking until the coffee and sugar are dissolved in the water and started to build a foam.
- Once your desired foam is achieved you can start pouring milk into your glass and scoop the whipped coffee on top of it.
- Serve and enjoy.
Notes
- Aside from manually mixing you can use your electric hand mixer, just attach the whisk.
- I use both brown and white sugar in this recipe.
- Both granulated and powdered coffee will work too.
- The whip coffee is good for 2 servings.
NUTRITIONAL DETAILS
This dalgona coffee has approximately 149 calories per serving. Total Fat 0g | Saturated Fat 0g | Cholesterol 3mg | Sodium 132mg | Total Carbohydrate 29.7g | Dietary Fiber 0g | Total Sugars 29.5g | Protein 9.1g | Vitamin D 1mcg | Calcium 316mg | Iron 0mg | Potassium 24mg *calorie counter is just an estimate using an online calculator
Have you made your version of whip coffee? Let me know and comment below. Cheers to more homemade whip drinks.
WANT RECIPES STRAIGHT TO YOUR INBOX? SIGN UP NOW
it turned out absolutely fantastic!! New favorite way to make coffee!
Loved this!
Been looking for a recipe like this! Super tasty and easy to make!
This is such a helpful guide, it came out great!
Great reminder to make this delish coffee again. So smooth
I really need to try this. Can you do this with brewed coffee ?
Hi, yes it’s doable with brewed coffee just still needs to dissolve in water also it will just take longer, but if you like stronger flavor and more caffeine then it’s possible. You can also try espresso. Thanks.
So easy to make and so indulgent! I great afternoon pick me up.
My husband loves this coffee!
one of my favourite ways to make coffee!! so tasty and reminds me korea!
Thank you! Glad you like this dalgona.
Love Dalgona Coffee
So easy to make and so delicious!
Craving this wonderfully sinful coffee. So refreshing and so good.
Thank you for sharing.
haha, a little sinful, lol. Thanks.